Well the warmer weather has arrived, hopefully here to stay-I thought winter would never end, the flowers have started to bloom, the grass needs mowing and people are gearing up for the busy season in apartment/home rentals!
We here at apartment Search are looking to a busy season this year and are ready to assist you in finding your perfect home. We have lisitngs of homes, condos, duplexes and of course apartments. With the price of gas these days you don’t want to waste time running around town trying to find an apartment.
Contact us today and let us know what you’re looking for and one of our experienced agents will find you the best options for your price range in the areas you are looking for. Our service is FREE so why not let the local experts save you hours of time, gas money and stress!
Call 314-821-4999 to speak with one of our leasing consultants or visit our website TODAY!
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Spring has sprung!
Thursday, April 14th, 2011Burned! A London Vacation Rental Scam – NYTimes.com
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011We are always warning each other to beware of scams, but I’ve never actually come close to one. The truth is, I have probably been duped many times, and simply never realized it…
I recently read a blog article which stated approximately 2/3rds of all “robberies” occur in the form of scams — everything from fake charities to “not-quite-what-you-expected” Internet purchases.
Sounds like an urban myth to me, but in this day and age, who knows? Which is why the article below is worth reading. It is a verifiable scam, one which occurs regularly all over the world. Losses in our single industry are potentially astronomic!
This writer lost $565.00 in a single transaction. Read on to find out how and why… Then realize the next time, it could be you.
I was stressed, rushing to make last-minute lodging arrangements for a three-stop writing trip to Europe, when it appeared on Craigslist: the perfect apartment for my first stop in London. A tiny studio in Notting Hill for just £45, or $73, a night.
I hadn’t been in London since I was a boy, so I shot the link around to some friends to ask about the location. Great neighborhood, they said. Take it.
Can You Rent an Apartment If You Are Unemployed? | eHow.com
Sunday, January 23rd, 2011Given the current unemployment rate, this question is uppermost in many renters’ minds. This article offers good suggestions if you find yourself (or someone you know) in this position.
Understandably, most landlords want to make sure they collect rent, consistently and on-time, for the apartments they own. If they don’t, property ownership could turn out to be a losing proposition. Most landlords vet employment history and status when screening applicants.
If you don’t have a job when trying to get an apartment, you’ll need to do some fancy, but honest, footwork to get a landlord to take a chance on you.
via Can You Rent an Apartment If You Are Unemployed? | eHow.com.
Renters: Beware of these lease clauses – MSN Real Estate
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010What a great article — clauses in leases that could work against renters. We know crooked clauses (and crooked landlords) exist, but have never seen them listed so accurately. If you are planning to sign a lease any time soon, this is a must-read. Renters, protect yourselves! Print this article for reference when negotiating your next new lease. You’ll be glad you did!
When the landlord hands a new tenant a lease, it’s only the beginning of a negotiation. Tenants need to know which clauses to strike – and which are illegal – before signing, or things could get costly later.
via Renters: Beware of these lease clauses – MSN Real Estate.
Apartment Rental Tips And Tricks
Saturday, November 20th, 2010There are tons of articles suggesting the best ways to search for an apartment. This ‘Tips and Tricks’ article has some new ideas, ones I thought worthy of sharing with you. Happy hunting!
Before beginning the search for a new apartment, a potential renter should take a little time to prepare themselves for this exciting beginning.
via Apartment Rental Tips And Tricks.
Throw a Halloween Party That’s To-Die-For
Thursday, October 14th, 2010You know, always writing about St. Louis apartments does get a bit boring (even for those of us who eat, breathe and sleep the St. Louis rental market — I do love what I do!).
So here is a fun article about Halloween parties! It specifically addresses the unique challenges — noise, congestion, parking, etc. — faced by many party-loving apartment residents.
Read on for some great suggestions for your next party!
Haunted houses, kids in costumes, intricately carved pumpkins, and candy – ah, Halloween! It’s the night that kicks off the holiday season and a great excuse to dress in crazy clothing – in other words, it’s the perfect excuse for a great party! Transform your apartment into a spooky lair and start planning!
via Throw a Halloween Party That’s To-Die-For.
Winning Streak Continues for U.S. Apartments | Multifamilybiz.com
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010Finally, some good news in the rental market! We knew business had picked up this summer — it’s nice to know statistics prove it. Read on for a much-needed boost for everyone in the property management industry.
CARROLLTON, Texas (September 29, 2010)—Occupancy rates and effective rents in U.S. apartments continued to climb sharply during the 3rd quarter, according to information just released by MPF Research (www.mpfresearch.com), a division of RealPage (www.realpage.com).
See www.multifamilybiz.com, Sept. 29, 2010
UK Uses Leasing Brokers « UK Prestige Blog Arena
Monday, September 20th, 2010The old saying states that if something seems too good to be genuine, it usually is. That’s definitely not the case with apartment building locators.
via Skilled Apartment Agents: What Are They And In What Way Do They Assist? « UK Prestige Blog Arena.
Pointers When Searching For A New Apartment | Mortgages
Thursday, August 19th, 2010More and more in today’s overwhelming Information Age, experts recommend using a leasing professional when searching for an apartment/home/condo to rent (see article below).
With so much information out there (some truthful, some not so truthful), it is wise to use a rental expert — the same way you would use a sales expert to buy a house. Let them narrow down your options, and you can make your decision with a clear head.
Leasing agents are paid by the landlords from their marketing budgets, so their services are usually free to the renter. So quit clicking through page after page of potential rentals, and call your local rental expert. You’ll be glad you did!
Apartment hunting can be tough. Hiring an agent might be wise when looking for an apartment. An agent can help you find what you are looking for and quite often, find you deals that you didn’t know where available.
via Pointers When Searching For A New Apartment | Mortgages.
Seek Help From An Agent When Looking For A New Apartment
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010I couldn’t have said it better myself! Apartment hunting these days is overwhelming. Find a knowledgeable leasing agent and save yourself time, money and ghastly headaches..
If you are looking for an apartment, getting an agent to help you with your hunt can be beneficial. Don’t miss out on deals you may not know about. Agents will work for you to find better deals in the long run.
via Seek Help From An Agent When Looking For A New Apartment.
